Bahl - Karsog, Mandi
Bahl is a village situated in the Karsog tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Pokhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahl village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahl is 016284. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.89 hectares and falls under the 175010 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Bahl village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karsog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahl
According to the 2011 Census, Bahl village had a total population of 294 people, including 161 males and 133 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 826 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.49%, with male literacy at 84.35% and female literacy at 66.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 294 | 161 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 44 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 124 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 37 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Bahl
Bahl is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bahl
Bahl is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Bahl is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahl
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahl village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bahl
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahl village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bahl
Where is Bahl located?
Bahl village is located in Karsog Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahl?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahl is Pokhi.
What is the pincode of Bahl?
The pincode of Bahl is 175010.
What is the population of Bahl?
Bahl had a total population of 294, including 161 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Bahl?
Bahl had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahl?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahl was 76.49%. Male literacy was 84.35% and female literacy was 66.94%.